2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Defender | SLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
